sustained
H-1B
sustained H-1B Case: Energy Engineering
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Decision Summary
The appeal was sustained because the petitioner established that the position qualifies as a specialty occupation. The record demonstrated that the nature of the specific duties is so specialized and complex that the knowledge required to perform them is usually associated with a bachelor's degree in energy engineering or a related field.
Criteria Discussed
Specialty Occupation Definition 8 C.F.R. § 214.2(H)(4)(Iii)(A)(4)
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